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We're constantly fascinated with the Hamilton-based singer-songwriter and resilient pop recording artist Isabella Chiarini, and her latest single, "The Way Out," is no exception. At the mere age of 18, the senior high school student is quickly climbing up the music industry's ladder. You'll be surprised by Isabella Chiarini's maturity in each song, but her anthemic pop prowess stems from influences like Selena Gomez, Adele, and Sia. Isabella Chiarini is a powerful anti-bullying advocate and strives to make an impact with each release. Her newest single, "The Way Out," is an anthemic and bold breakup tune that reminds listeners of their worth. While Chiarini belts her shimmering vocals alongside the groovy pop instrumentals, she makes it clear that no one should put up with half-ass love. Taking a deeper listen to "The Way Out," the tune brightly opens with vibrant electric guitar picking and soothing synths. As the warm pop beat begins pumping through our speakers, Isabella Chiarini's vocals meet our ears and serenade us with confidence and poise. She makes it clear that she's sick and tired of not being loved the way she deserves but explains so in the most empowering and playful way. While inviting someone to not let the door hit them on "The Way Out," Isabella Chiarini continues grooving through the song and lets us know that love is a two-way street. This song is truly a treat for the ears, and we couldn't have asked for a better artist to spread such a necessary message. Say goodbye to shitty exes and understand your worth with help from Isabella Chiarini's latest single, "The Way Out," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome back to BuzzMusic, Isabella Chiarini. We truly appreciate the conceptual lyrics and necessary message in your new single, "The Way Out." What was your source of inspiration behind this bold breakup tune? Happy to be working with you guys again! My source of inspiration was making a song that makes people feel empowered after a breakup instead of sad. A feeling of finally realizing you don’t need another person and you are glad they are gone. Why did you choose to approach "The Way Out" with more of a playful and confident songwriting process? Why did you want to create the opposite of a melancholy and emotional breakup song? I decided to write a non-traditional breakup song because I think we hear a lot of breakup songs portrayed in a sad way and breakups don’t always have to be sad. I wanted to show people it was okay to be alone, and I wanted to create something fun for the summer. Something people can roll the windows down too and jam. Did you look to any musical influences when creating the sound and vibe for "The Way Out?" Did you have any artists or projects in mind? When writing this song, I took my inspiration from The Weekend and Dua Lipa. The 70s vibe was something I really tried to capture in the background vocals. How do you hope the listener reacts to "The Way Out?" Do you wish to bring them a sense of hope and optimism? I hope when people listen to this song they feel empowered. I hope people can realize soon after breakups that they do not need the other person to be happy, and they will thrive on their own. What's next for you? I want to keep releasing music and playing live. I have a big show coming up in November for the Canadian Mental Health Association which I am very excited and honored to be doing. Instagram Facebook

Sending us into an r&b sweet escape is London-based singer-songwriter and recording artist Jaonere with his latest emotional single and music video entitled "Pray." Jaonere has been singing since he can remember. He was brought up in a household where music was always playing in the background. After listening to rock and Motown with his father and staying up late watching Trevor Nelson's Lick Chart on MTV Base, Jaonere knew a career in the music scene was inevitable. The London-based r&b and alternative folk artist is ready to keep the ball rolling with his latest single, "Pray." Jaonere also released a soulful and heavenly music video for the song, which sees him serenading us in a beautiful church while expressing his troubles in a relationship and praying it all works out. He showcases immense vulnerability in this song and video, something that's truly refreshing from a skilled young artist like himself. The single, "Pray," softly opens with nostalgic r&b drums that slowly bounce through our speakers alongside soothing synths and Jaonere's charming vocals. Right off the bat, Jaonere's harmonies, paired with the blissful sonics, take us into the prime eras of r&b slow jams. He tugs on our heartstrings with lyrics that discuss getting too caught up in your head to navigate a relationship's troubles. This song is like a page ripped out of Jaonere's diary; it's intimate, emotional, vulnerable, and explains some relatable relationship themes most listeners can relate to. While Jaonere continues praying that he and a lover will finish what they started, he takes us to the glimmering outro and closes the song on a sweet note of hope. Have faith and stay strong with help from Jaonere's passionate and soulful new single, "Pray," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Jaonere. We love the intimate and vulnerable vibe of your new single, "Pray." What inspired you to write a song about navigating through a relationship's struggles? Hey, thanks for having me! When I started writing this song, it wasn’t meant to be about relationship struggles, but as the chorus progressed, that’s just how it turned out. I try not to overthink things these days when I’m writing songs. The lyrical progression is kind of an ode to 702s - Get it together- very simple, but it got the message and sentiment across effectively. Did you encounter any challenges when creating "Pray?" Was it difficult for you to open up and express such personal emotions? Surprisingly no…I wrote the song in about an hour initially using notes and voice notes on my phone. I’ve also expressed a similar sentiment in songs before such as on “Dotted Line”. The only difference this time on “Pray,” is that I genuinely don’t want the relationship to end which I think is a feeling we’ve all had in friendships and intimate relationships, the moment you can tell it’s no longer working out. Then when it ends, you almost have to grieve the loss of someone that at one point meant so much to you. Do you usually create such soothing and warm r&b slow jams like "Pray?" Would you say this comforting and nostalgic sound is relatively frequent in your discography? Very much so! I’m heavily influenced by slow r&b from the ’90s. Even when I find a ‘current’ beat made by a current producer like this one it always ends up sounding nostalgic. I guess it was the dominant genre in my household growing up so it has me in a chokehold! What was it like creating the music video for "Pray?" Why did you feel that a church setting was the perfect place to shoot the music video? It was fun but very cold creating the video for “Pray!” We started the shoot early in the morning outside. The weather was really unpredictable so we had to keep stopping due to rain, sleet, and hail. But the outside shoot when I’m all in black is actually in some ruins by the Tower of London, a ten-minute walk away from the church. I thought the church would be fitting as the song has a religious/spiritual element to it. I think it also helped illustrate that in the song, I was really running out of options on making the relationship work and trying to have faith. In times of distress and uncertainty, I often pray for guidance from God, my ancestors, and loved ones who have come before me, so the church would emphasize the importance I put on this relationship. The scene in the ruins where I'm dressed in black is kind of the contrast to illustrate that I had already started ‘grieving’ the expected ‘loss’ of the loved one. We noticed that you hadn't released a single since "Shifts" in 2021. Why did you want to release "Pray" as your first single of 2022? How does it set the tone for your year? I wanted to shake up the mood and theme really. I don’t think people were expecting “Pray” after “Shifts”…a song that was so sexually charged! But I felt it was another layer to my artistry that I needed to showcase. I hope those that are following me closely are taken on a surprising yet refreshing musical journey. Instagram

Serenading the mind, body, and soul is emerging r&b recording artist, singer-songwriter, actress, and model Yassie with her latest anthem for love, "Prove It." All of Yassie's songs are inspired by her late mother, who passed when the artist was a mere 13 years old. She strives to create music that would make her mother proud. We're positive she's smiling down from the heavens watching her little girl reach new heights with honest, personal, and groovy r&b hits that always top the last. Now, Yassie serves up a hot plate of love and devotion in her newest single, "Prove It." The song speaks to the power of love when your partner proves that it's real. It's an incredibly heartfelt and passionate piece that helps listeners realize how strong and powerful true love should be. Jumping into "Prove It," the tune opens with groovy and spacious synths alongside smooth shakers that set the passionate r&b vibe. As Yassie's stunning and melodic vocals pour through our speakers, she channels all the love she can find to make known that someone is running through her mind. We love the tasteful autotune on Yassie's vocals; it perfectly enhances that warm and modern r&b tone. This song is truly a treat for the ears. Yassie perfectly portrays her profound passion for someone special while asking them to prove the same. The sonics are another delightful aspect that keeps our toes tapping to the smooth, sultry, and downtempo r&b beat. As we head to the outro, Yassie closes the song on this confident and alluring note that's impossible to ignore. Make some needed realizations with Yassie's honest and passionate single, "Prove It," now available on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Yassie. We're so impressed with the passion and sensuality you've brought to your single, "Prove It." What inspired you to write about wanting someone to prove their love for you? It's such an important topic I feel and definitely needed to be talked about. You see, oftentimes people will get " comfortable " in a relationship and stop doing all the things they did to "earn" you to "keep" you. For example, if you started a relationship off with spontaneous flowers or date nights then you should continue those things throughout the relationship. So the entire message is really " if you want me you have to PROVE IT. " How did you go about your songwriting process for "Prove It?" Was it easy for you to lay it all on the line and be so honest? I always listen to a track multiple times before I begin writing, with " Prove it " the lyrics came to me instantly, I had the hook down in 5 mins. It's such a relatable topic, I was able to pull from experience which only made things smoother. Did you have any artistic influences in mind when creating "Prove It"? Did you want the song to bring similarities to other popular songs and artists? Yes, I love my influences, Aaliyah, TLC, and Ashanti ( just to name a few ). "Prove it" definitely gives me "Foolish" vibes like Ashanti, or "Are you that Somebody" like Aaliyah, and even vibes like "Scrubs" by TLC. My music influence is very heavily 90s r&b and 80s, with that being said I strive to make my music timeless, relatable, and vibey. Did any producers or musicians help create the smooth and groovy production for "Prove It?" What sort of vibe did you want the production to give off? Yes, the producer behind this record is Odd Thomas, a really good friend of mine, more like a brother to me. He created this beat and tailored it to my sound and I fell in love instantly when I heard it. Definitely huge thanks to him for this collaboration. What's next for you? Lots of performances, more music videos, and new singles all summer. I have been nominated for a few awards, there is a movie I will be starring in and we will begin filming in early June. All I can say is lots to come, more billboards with my projects on them on the way, etc. I am not slowing down so stay tuned and locked in with your girl! Instagram Facebook

Gina Owens is your modern country-era singer/songwriter. The art of music was naturally engrained into her life at the young age of six, where she developed an honest appreciation for the nuances of sound. Two decades later, Gina Owens released her debut album in Nashville, TN, where she now crafts a more particular name for herself and her music. The latest update on Gina Owens includes her single release, titled "Should've Known Better," which hones into the painful realities of gut feelings and how they truly never lie to us. Diving right into the single, Gina Owens decides to be quite frank throughout the lyricism for "Should've Known Better." You can probably already assume the song's tone, especially since Gina Owens has this post-breakup mindset going on whilst writing and recording "Should've Known Better." The nuance of her experience is presented, and Gina Owens embraces the fact that she should always remain true to herself and her gut feelings, especially when that's applied to people. The fusion between country and pop music gives "Should've Known Better" its contemporary Southern charm. Gina Owens easily captivates the attention of listeners with her strong, affecting vocalism, which just seethes her personality. The potency behind her emotion cannot go unfelt, which is one of our favorite characteristics of Gina Owen's music--she is also making sure that her audience is right there with her, feeling each pang of emotion that envelopes her resilient heart. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Gina Owens, and congratulations on your latest single, "Should've Known Better." How do you feel about the debut of "Should've Known Better?" Are there any elements to the song that you now feel differently about since its release? I'm excited! This song went through multiple rough drafts and had a wide range of writers assisting, so I was excited to see the end result of everyone's ideas finally coming together. What do you believe are the most powerful words in "Should've Known Better?" How were you hoping listeners would truly take these words in? "I know you're telling her that I'm the bad guy. Do what you gotta do to get yourself to sleep at night." I feel like this is the most relatable lyric of the song. Anyone who's gone through a bad breakup knows there are always two sides to the story; their side and what actually happened. I feel like this captures that idea really well. Did it feel like the events in "Should've Known Better" were relived while you were writing and recording the single? Yes, but in a good way. For me, it's therapy to be able to write about the bad things that have happened in my life, whether it's about a bad relationship or something else. I love writing songs that I can put my real experiences into because I can be that much more passionate when I perform them. Knowing that you've been dabbling in the art of music since you were six years old, can you remember a distinct point in time where a switch was made between you creating music for pure fun, and then you creating music for both fun and profession? This was a pretty recent switch for me. Early in 2021, I made a trip to Nashville just for fun and was so incredibly inspired to try my hand at writing more seriously. Seeing so many talented songwriters/artists all share the same passion that I do, put a fire in my belly to give it a shot. I have always had the dream of making a career in music, but I never thought I could make it happen to come from small-town Iowa. I know I have a long way to go, and I'm constantly learning, but I'm proud of what I've accomplished in just a short amount of time. What's next for you? My plan is to continue writing, learning, and performing. I will have a few more singles released later this year that I'm very excited about as well! Instagram Facebook

Young Cardi, known as Leonardo Schlereth, is based in Monaco, France, where his love for music all started. Young Cardi has quickly become one of the "artists to look out for" after his recent release "PISSED OFF," which includes a very engaging, fashionable, and eye-catching music video. Let's dive in and take you on Young Cardi's journey through the music video "PISSED OFF." As we launch off into "PISSED OFF," Young Cardi greets us with an amazing city view and a symphony to match the mood. We see him alone in scenes as he starts off by saying, "Don't want it, I still got it, And regardless I'm okay." And as the chorus drops, the beat bangs like firecrackers on the best new years eve! We see Young Cardi in different places but still alone, and we can tell, as he says, he's been heartbroken but still reminisces on the times they had together. He guides us through these scenes as he sings along with nothing but feeling and passion. As "PISSED OFF" as he is, he still knows his worth as he says in lyrics like "I don't want it no more, Pissed off, pissed off, Have her blocked and ignored" and "I wish you well, Only mean well, But you were the one to push me, Cause I ain't fell." Young Cardi gives us a look over his city, the same city where he makes his dreams possible, meeting new people, losing some, and gaining the real ones. We see things from his point of view and from his side of the story he tells. Young Cardi brings us the next major pop record that will have people of all ages vibing to "PISSED OFF" after all, these two words are feelings we can all sometimes relate to. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Young Cardi. We are ecstatic to have you join us today. We love "PISSED OFF" and feel it deserves all the shine it gets. What do you do in your creative process that makes these records different, and how did u conceptualize the music video for it? "PISSED OFF" is my first ever music video! So the concept behind it was to introduce me to the audience and start to build a connection with the viewers. We see you're taking us on a personal journey in "PISSED OFF," hearing all you have to say. What was the message you wanted to bring across in the music video? The message that I want to come across is to ignore everyone in your way, be pissed off at the world, and take and fight for what's yours. As a fairly new artist breaking into the pop industry, what would you say is the biggest lesson you've learned thus far? The biggest lesson I learned so far is that you cannot expect something to be 100%! In this industry, there are a lot of surprises and a lot of bad people who are constantly trying to use you for the better. I have learned how to tell people real intentions and how to live with people just trying to bring you down. When you came up with the scenes and shot them, what do you think the most challenging part was and why? The most challenging part of the shoot was the weather, as it was very unpredictable, which didn't give us a lot of shooting time. What's next for you? What's next for me is that I am releasing my next music video on Friday 17th of June to my second song this year, "DRAMA," I will also be performing a few shows, so stay tuned on my Instagram for updates. Instagram Twitter

Yungstar Millz is a poet, writer, and rapper who resides in Scarborough, Toronto, where he's been writing poetry since he was a child and sharing his life stories as well as other situations his listeners could relate to. Millz has done performances on open mics that include R.I.S.E. (Reaching Intelligent Souls Everywhere) in Scarborough & Toronto Poetry Slam. In 2018, Millz performed at Nuit Blanche Scarborough, and in 2019, he performed at Afrofest. Yungstar Millz gifts us with his new single, "It's Not Over," which will be out on the 25th of May 2020, where he shares his motivational message about his rise in the industry and staying focused on his dream. As we listen, Yungstar Millz brings us a hip/hop type beat where you can hear him talk his mind and doesn't hold back for anyone. He talks about how he felt about his experiences in lyrics like "I been shut down with doors in my face, so ima breaks it" and "See imma risk taker, so any risk ima take it." Millz talks about how he doesn't need to be explicit and like most rappers. He just keeps it real and truthful as he raps with such poetic cadences and raps with such intensity. As we enter the chorus, Millz mentions how "It's Not Over," and he's just getting started in bringing you the music we all crave. With a controlled voice, he mentions how he is reaching new heights by doing things the right way and how he keeps out of bad situations. Even though the world is crazy, he's trying to be a better person for his child. Yungstar Millz exits with a "moment of silence" where he lets the beat rock and the chorus stay banging! "It's Not Over" is exactly what we were missing. In poetry, rap, and overall a record, we can see that Millz will be around for a long time and not only a good time. Welcome to BuzzMusic Yungstar Millz. We are so pleased to have you here with us today! "It's Not Over" is everything we've needed in our playlist. What did you want to bring across in this record that you feel people might overlook? I'm not the type of rapper that brags about money, drugs, degrading women, or gang activities. That's all you hear nowadays. I'm not trying to be like anybody else. I'm trying to be myself. I'm going to give you real-life stories, whether in perspective or reality. I'm going to give you real music that you can relate to. Something that you can learn and understand. Plus, I don't use profanity cause I chose not to. It's okay to let out a little cuss here and there, but I rather stay clean for my audience. And that's what my music is all about. It sounds like you had so much with this record, regardless of the seriousness of the message behind it. What was the creative process like, and how did you choose the instrumental for "It's Not Over?" I recorded the song at Loud Studios in Scarborough, my hometown. My creative process is finding a beat, and I instantly write to it. Then I get ready to hit the studio to record it. I save studio session times that way instead of just writing on the spot. The beat was produced by Cardiologic Beats, so shoutout to him. Also, shoutout to JSTN Beats, the engineer who perfected the song. Growing up in Toronto, who were some of your biggest inspirations and why? My biggest inspirations are 2Pac, Biggie, DMX, Eminem, Ice Cube, J. Cole, Kendrick Lamar, Nas, and Tech N9ne. There are too many. I can't forget about the Toronto OGs Choclair, Kardinal Offishall, Maestro & Saukrates. I get inspired when I hear their music: the rhymes, the rhythm, the flow, everything. Listening to the message is important. Most of my songs are lyrical, conscious, and storytelling. I do alot of that in my poetry as well. I started off like that, and then I began rapping. What's the message in "It's Not Over?" The song is about staying focused on your dreams and keeping going. Don't worry about the haters and their opinions that'll bring you down. Because haters are fans, too, the more they talk about you. I'll admit I doubted myself sometimes, but the love I get from my supporters keeps me motivated. It's been hard for an upcoming artist like me to get noticed in the city. I applied for grants, radio stations, Spotify playlists, and to be featured in shows to perform. Now that places are opening up after the pandemic, I'm trying to get out more. I want my voice to be heard. What's next for you? I'm going to be releasing more singles for now and shooting a couple of videos. I also want to do more shows now. So be on the lookout and stay updated on my social media. My music is available on all streaming platforms, so check it out. Instagram Facebook

E-Sac is a hip-hop artist from Long Beach, California but was born in San Luis Río Colorado, Mexico, relocating at a young age after his mother wanted to give him a better life. His music tells a story, similar to a journal where he talks about his trials, tribulations, and good times. E-Sac brings across passion without hesitation as he wants people to understand his story, past and present. "What Are We Living For" starts off with an alternating instrumental that takes us on a long journey through the mind of E-Sac. He enters with a light start where his vocals carve through our ears and his emotion bleeds through our hearts as he says things like "Empty spaces what are we living for, abandoned places, I guess we know the score, on and on does anybody know what we are looking for." As we continue listening to "What Are We Living For" we hear the switch in cadence as E-Sac drops his well-controlled rap verse, he isn't afraid to speak on topics often not brought to light or said out loud, he mentions how watching certain programs would make feels so anxious and how things were going to turn out at the end of it all. E-Sac goes forward to mention how he had his own way of coping, trying to figure out the way of life but not forgetting the lessons learned along the way. E-Sac continues to discuss the most overlooked problems people face and makes us aware of them. His depiction of a brave hero is truly admirable. He was willing to speak his mind regardless of what the norm was at the time, see for yourself on E-Sac's latest new single, "What Re We Living For," now available on all streaming services. Welcome to BuzzMusic E-Sac, it's such an honor having you with us today! Why did you choose the concept you did for "What Are We Living For" and how did you correlate the record to how it is today? There are so many different things going on today that we have turned a blind eye to that I know needed to be addressed. The mission my producer Breez and I had set forth for this record were to create something authentic and genuine. We can tell that you put a lot of emotion into "What Are We Living For" and that people can relate to it, what did you want to get across to your listeners? There are so many things that are going on today that are being labeled as “the norm” that we are being told to just take and accept and not speak upon. Shedding light on that was the mission. As a male artist in a male-dominated industry, what do you feel makes you different? Name 3 things. My authenticity. My story. My struggle. Does the record "What Are We Living For" mean there will be many more that are similar to it or would you like to branch off into other genres? As artists, we need to report on the signs of the time. I will continue that train of thought moving forward. Not looking to branch off to other genres. My music touches on many different mindsets. What's next for you? Stay Tuned!! Instagram Facebook

Grooving his way through Myrtle Beach is a singer-songwriter and dynamic recording artist Grant Nesmith with his latest ear-pleasing and uplifting single, "Days." Grant Nesmith's early musical influences, like the Beatles, helped him navigate where to take his versatile tunes. After a few stints in different bands and playing from Nashville to New York, Nesmith settled back home. Now, he creates a unique, mellow blend of psychedelic rock and country. Listeners can feast their ears on this authentic musical blend in Grant Nesmith's latest single, "Days." There are faint hints of Tame Impala-like synths to up the psychedelic vibe, but the overall alternative groove and bright, twangy guitars perfectly introduce us to Nesmith's versatility. We appreciate the song's reflective theme as well, which is sure to evoke feelings of nostalgia and optimism. Hitting play on the new single, "Days," the experience begins with a dreamy, vibrant electric guitar that quickly drops into a groovy, upbeat alternative rock instrumental. As Grant Nesmith's melodic and airy vocals begin drifting through our speakers, he sings personal lyrics about watching the days pass and knowing he can't control them. Once we pass the second hook, which is incredibly soothing and catchy, the rest of the song features densely dynamic instrumentals that are chilling to the bone. We love how Grant Nesmith puts this euphoric and transcendent feel on his instrumentals, perfectly preparing us for a summer full of sunshine, laughs, and love. If you're ready to start your summer with a bang, do it the right way with Grant Nesmith's new single. Find the joyous yet reflective tune, "Days," on all digital streaming platforms. Welcome to BuzzMusic, Grant Nesmith. We appreciate the honest and spirited concept within your recent single, "Days." What inspired this uplifting yet reflective single? Right on! Lyrically, "Days" was inspired by the changing of seasons and life on the coast in Myrtle Beach. Sometimes we get so wrapped up in day-to-day life and forget to stop and smell the roses and appreciate where our journey has brought us. That was the concept behind "Days." What was your creative process like for "Days?" Did you work with anyone when creating the bright and warm instrumentals? For the music, we put down a click track to begin, and I played the 12-string guitar part straight through with no backing music. The guitar solo and all. I put down a bass track and vocal. At this point, Ken Thomas came in and played drums to what we had so far. I emailed a rough mix to my pal Blake Monroe in Minnesota. Blake put down those really cool lead guitar lines. My friend Ava Hussey came in and sang those beautiful harmonies, and Ed Dennis, who engineered this track, put down a 3rd guitar part here and there. We did a mix and felt it was missing something so I played the acoustic guitar. Most of the guitars on this song are capo'd and played high up on the neck so I played the acoustic with no capo to really beef it up and get some bassy frequencies in the mix. Why did you choose to give "Days" a long and dynamic instrumental? How do these arrangements enhance the theme you were going for? I didn't hahaha!!! I wanted to fade it out! I played the first quick solo, then Blake took one, followed by Ed. I wanted it to fade during Blake's solo and when the music is almost gone, you hear the first few notes of Ed ripping through. I sent it to Amy Dragon at Telegraph Mastering in Portland, Oregon to master. She thought the long instrumental at the end was killer and we didn't need to fade it. I trusted the expert on that one What did you want to make the listener think and feel with your lyrics in "Days?" What message did you want to get across? I try to write mostly positive music, even though I love to listen to slow, sad songs. I like my music to have a sense of atmosphere and usually play a lot of major7 chords and weird dissonant notes that aren't usually in the scale. I guess I wanted them to kind of float along with the music and feel like it's taking them somewhere. What's next for you? A lot!! I've got a Country EP that I'm working on. Lots of fiddle and pedal steel. I had some really talented musicians play on this upcoming EP and can't wait to get it out there! It'll probably be out this Winter sometime. I'm also putting the finishing touches on a Christian album I recorded with my band at First United Methodist Church in Myrtle Beach. I've got 3 or 4 other songs I recorded last Summer that need mixing. I'll put those out as singles down the line. Lots of new music in the future! Instagram Facebook

Sonically serenading us with his versatile electronic, pop, and alt hip-hop sounds is multi-instrumentalist, DJ, and producer Policy with his highly-anticipated sophomore album, 'The Abby Rose.' The new album comes on the heels of Policy's award-winning debut album, 'Echo Chambers,' which shook the electro-pop scene with unconventional arrangements and authentic composition. Now, the "Best Drummer" award-winner is ready to take listeners on a new and refreshing journey with his latest 10-track album, 'The Abby Rose.' Beginning our voyage into the new record, we're greeted with the interlude-like introductory piece, "Come A Little Closer," which hazily oozes through our speakers with ominous and mysterious background pads. As a soulful vocal sample begins chanting and belting the warmest melodies, Policy expands the atmosphere with slight synths, keys, and shakers to ramp up the anticipation for what's to come. We love the ethereal feel of this intro track; it perfectly prepares us for the rest of the dynamic and adventurous album. Moving into track number two, "Lost," this piece features the stunning vocal stylings of Airinna Namara. The song beautifully opens with a euphoric electronic soundscape that transitions into groovy keyboard melodies, taking us back to prime-time 80s synthpop. As Namara's fluid and tender vocals begin vocalizing her pain and emotions, she reaches the hook and blesses us with the warmest vocal melodies while reminding us to keep our guard up when giving our all to someone special. We're truly impressed with the reflective vibe of this track, especially as Policy maintains that atmosphere through his unique compositions. Onto track number three, "The Walk Away," this song features the shimmering stylings of vocalist Amy Jo Scott who sings a similarly passionate and emotional message of love and loss. Right from the bat, Policy does an incredible job of portraying those profound emotions through gentle and introspective sonic arrangements that match Jo Scott's cathartic message. This mid-tempo track is truly food for the soul, especially for individuals in search of something they can relate to when parting ways with someone who left their heart in pieces. Diving into the fourth track, "Trick My Heart," we're met with a groovy and lively electronic synth arrangement and warm drum breaks that pump up the party. Airinna Namara makes her way back around for this track while softly singing of feeling ashamed she let someone trick her heart into loving them. The song's hook leaves us tapping our feet in need of a dancefloor, pumping through our speakers with a classic electronic drum arrangement and danceable synths. We appreciate the relatability of this track; we're sure listeners will too. Reaching the album's halfway point with track number five, "As Long As We," this song features Amy Jo Scott once again and opens with an expansive, cinematic, and organic acoustic guitar and piano melody. As the soothing pads float in the background, Jo Scott makes her way in and sings of holding onto faith when times get tough, especially within a personal relationship. We can't help but hear similarities to the raw emotion within Britney Spears' "Everytime," but Policy adds far more sonic emotion with spacious keys and an underlying electronic atmosphere. Amplifying the energy and groove is track number six, "Unavailable for Legal Reasons," kicking off with bright snaps that lead into a pulsating and sci-fi-esque electronic synth arrangement alongside upbeat drums. This track features no one but Policy's skillful compositions that leap through our speakers without a dull moment, pushing the atmosphere into this robotic and glittery space that's impossible to ignore. The drum-heavy beat drop offers a pleasing minimal vibe that leaves us bopping our heads to each beat. Onto the seventh track, "Fade Away," we leap into alternative hip-hop sounds with help from featured rapper Lil Bonk who opens the song with the smoothest bars that touch on lies and deceit in a relationship. Before we know it, Airinna Namara's Lana Del Rey-like vocal tones float through our speakers with mesmerizing melodies that sing of wishing to part ways on a more peaceful note. Hunter Williams perfectly backs her up with lush vocal harmonies while the song drifts towards the outro with Policy's ethereal sonics and chilling production. Brightening the entire album is track number eight, "Nowhere To Be Found," featuring Airinna Namara. The song softly begins with tender and airy background pads alongside mid-tempo, organic drums, and Namara's fluttery vocals. As she begins vocalizing a rather relieving situation of feeling happy and free, a wave of happiness and euphoria drifts through our speakers as Policy's soothing guitar melodies and gentle production continue matching the vibe. This song feels like a long-awaited realization that mental relief is finally upon you, spurring optimistic thoughts and feelings about the future. Landing on the blissful ninth track, "Past The Upset," Amy Jo Scott's chilling vocals meet our speakers once again to slowly bring the album to a close. Policy utilizes more organic and natural instrumentation in this piece to emphasize Jo Scott's passionate lyrics that sing of preserving through a relationship's trials and tribulations and sticking around when the going gets tough. This song is truly a breath of fresh air; everything from Jo Scott's soulful and spirited vocals to Policy's ear-pleasing instrumentation leaves us wildly impressed with the overall feel-good listening experience. Reaching the album's tenth and final track, "Kaleidoscope Light," Airinna Namara makes her way around one last time to bring the album to a close. This song energetically opens with a bouncy and bright synth arrangement alongside dizzying background synths that liven the atmosphere. Listening to Namara's light and vibrant vocals, she sings of adoring how someone paints her life with colors she's never seen before. Policy keeps the energy alive with his dense synth arrangements, heavy-hitting drum breaks, and rich background pads that create an atmospheric listening experience like no other. Broaden your musical horizons and take a trip into the world of Policy's expansive electronic sounds with his latest album, 'The Abby Rose,' now available on all digital streaming platforms. A warm welcome back to BuzzMusic Policy. We cannot get enough of your latest album 'The Abby Rose,' what inspired the creation of this broad and adventurous album? The inspiration for this record started when I was not even ready to begin a new record. I was still promoting 'Echo Chambers' and tore down my studio to make some studio improvements. I was eager to eventually fire up the studio and utilize some new gear and recording and mixing techniques. I had a piano piece I was messing around with that could have been track 11 on 'Echo', and the next thing I knew, I had what was to become 'Fade Away' and, for that matter, had at least 9 other tracks pretty much done musically within 2 months. This album, with no question, wrote itself. I've been very lucky to find inspiration all around me. I had no time restrictions, and this took just over a year to get fully done. I had a few ideas already in the works that I wanted to try, and I'm very excited at what was finally printed. What was it like working alongside the many artists for 'The Abby Rose?' How did they help bring the project to life? Before I started to do the toplines for the collaboration tracks on 'Echo Chambers', I reached out to Airinna Namara, who is from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, and asked her if she would be interested in collaborating. I did not hear from her until a year later when 'Echo' was way past its release and in the marketing and promo phase. She said that she had just got my message and I couldn't believe it. Ultimately, we started working together, and I just love what she has delivered. She is on 5 of the tracks on 'The Abby Rose' and it’s really a chronological journey for her and her experience of love loss, healing, and happiness. Amy Jo Scott and I have been working together on many other projects. She is also in 'Echo Chambers'. She is here in Cleveland, OH with me, and she always brings such passionate, inspirational lyrics and vocal melodies. I had met Hunter Williams through a friend of mine, and I sent him the demo for 'Fade Away' and the idea behind it. Within an hour, he sent me a video of his first verse while he was driving in his car, and I immediately knew he was right for the track. He was close friends with Lil Bonk from St. Louis, who is in the 2nd verse, and I could not be happier with that vocal ensemble on 'Fade Away.' Did you create 'The Abby Rose' album with any artistic or musical influences in mind? Did any artist or projects have an impact on the record? Yea, 'Echo Chambers' was very inspired by a few of my favorite artists as well as my attempt to find my own voice as an artist, musician, and producer. If I had to name an artist, it would be deadMau5.The Abby Rose' is very directed and centered around myself and who I am as a producer, composer, and engineer. I knew I wanted to be a bit more commercial, electro-pop, but also remember how much I loved the house, EDM, and electronic music. 'The Abby Rose' only has one house instrumental on it. This album is about being yourself, about family, and enjoying the journey of embarking on a second album. The lead-off track, titled, 'Come A Little Closer' is a special track that features my mother, Polly Zaremba Dudek, and was originally written by my uncle, Pete Zaremba. I come from a family of musicians who have had an impact on me, and I felt this was a great way to start the record by doing an intro recut. Is there a song from 'The Abby Rose' that's your personal favorite? What draws you to that song in particular? Every song during the recording, mixing, and mastering process became my favorite track! I would say that 'Fade Away' is a favorite because it's something I wrote on the piano, and I feel it shows my progression in songwriting and how it concatenates rap/hip-hop and sweet pop vocals together over this unique bunch of sounds and melodies. I absolutely love 'Lost’, and I just love a track that Amy Jo Scott brought to the table titled 'Past the Upset'. When I first heard it, I got goosebumps and would continue to get emotional every time I worked on that track. "Past The Upset" also features the talented Michael Eric Schirch on piano. 'As Long as We' is a favorite because of Amy Jo and because of the acoustic guitar work I did on that track. '451-Unavailable for Legal Reasons" is a highlight as it’s my representation of a potential musical conversation with an alien life form. How does the new album, 'The Abby Rose,' differ from your debut album, 'Echo Chambers?' What are the core differences between these two projects? It's different in many ways. First, it had no time constraints, as I said earlier, and second, I got very inspired to handle the entire production process. Along with composing all the music, except 'Past the Upset' and 'Come A Little Closer,' I did most of the recording and engineering, and I ended up fully mixing and mastering this record myself, which was huge and gratifying to me. It's ultimately my name on the cover. 'The Abby Rose' is more commercial, electro-pop, and really points to me creating my own voice, sound, and expression. I was more experimental in the engineering and recording phases, and in contrast, all the vocal collaborators, like in "Echo Chambers," compose all of their own lyrics and vocal melodies. I've been so fortunate to work with these artists and I love everything they bring. Instagram Facebook

Welcome to BuzzMusic, Santiago Carrera. You play such a key role in Chicken Girls as Gus's high-spirited character. For our audience just finding out about you, could you please share a bit about yourself away from the role of Gus? I was born in Little Rock, Arkansas, and moved to Cabo, Mexico, when I was 8 or 9 months old. I grew up in Cabo for the first few years of my life and then moved to California when I was 4. I've lived here since! I'm 15 years old and have two older brothers that are 22 and 24! I'm also bilingual and am fully fluent in both Spanish and English. Spanish was my first language! Understanding that one role can change your life, could you please take us into how this role has helped your career? Chicken Girls has for sure helped my career move forward. I've learned a lot from working on set and was able to grow my resume! We know that it takes hard work to get where you are, so what has been the best piece of advice you've applied to your career in your own words? This industry has so much rejection, and you can't take it personally. When I was first starting off, and a manager wouldn't sign me or a casting director said I wasn't what they were looking for, I would take it personally and get super upset. Of course, it's valid to be upset, I even still get upset now every once in a while, but you just have to understand that it's not personal. You will hear no so much more than you'll hear yes, so you just have to keep going, and eventually, you'll get that yes! From 12 years old to now, you've done some pretty amazing things. Has there been a favorite role you've landed or a memorable moment that you reflect on these days? Gus on Brat TV's Chicken Girls was my first role, and I'll for sure always remember it. I see it as a big step in my career that has for sure helped me in many different aspects. Do you ever see yourself branching out into other creative avenues? If so, what would you be curious to try out? Honestly, not at the moment. As of now, acting in front of the camera is what I'm really passionate about, but doing some stuff behind the camera when I'm older is something I'd try out that could be fun! Instagram